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Leaders in public service, music, and addiction research to address UMBC’s Class of 2019

May 14, 2019 / 5 minutes of reading

At UMBC’s upcoming commencement ceremonies, students and their families and supporters will hear from three distinguished speakers recognized as leaders in their different fields. They include a UMBC alumnus recently elected county executive, the first woman conductor of a major American orchestra, and one of the world’s top addiction researchers. Continue Reading Leaders in public service, music, and addiction research to address UMBC’s Class of 2019

From dream to drive to degree: Five UMBC journeys

May 14, 2019 / 11 minutes of reading

“My goal is to be a part of the change that I’d like to see,” says Vanessa Gonzalez ’19, American studies, sharing the vision of so many UMBC students graduating alongside her. “I want to be part of helping lift up a community that deserves more.” Continue Reading From dream to drive to degree: Five UMBC journeys

UMBC softball celebrates following the team’s America East victory.

UMBC softball clinches first America East title, advancing to the NCAA tournament

May 13, 2019 / 3 minutes of reading

UMBC softball swept the America East tournament for their first title win. The Retrievers will advance to the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2002. Continue Reading UMBC softball clinches first America East title, advancing to the NCAA tournament

UMBC lacrosse player in black, gold and gray uniform and Marist lacrosse player in red and white uniform, on the field.

UMBC to face No. 1 seed Penn State in NCAA men’s lacrosse tournament

May 10, 2019 / 2 minutes of reading

Just four days after winning the America East men’s lacrosse championship, UMBC defeated Marist to head to the round of 16 in the NCAA tournament. They’ll face No. 1 seed Penn State in University Park, Pennsylvania, at noon on Sunday, May 12. Continue Reading UMBC to face No. 1 seed Penn State in NCAA men’s lacrosse tournament

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UMBC advances to the NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Championship after America East victory

May 7, 2019 / 2 minutes of reading

The Retrievers are America East champions again, with UMBC’s men’s lacrosse reclaiming the title for the first time in a decade. Now, the team is heading to the opening round of the NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Championship, facing MAAC Champion Marist on May 8, 7 p.m., at Tenney Stadium in Poughkeepsie, New York. Continue Reading UMBC advances to the NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Championship after America East victory

Maryland House Speaker Adrienne Jones, in gold and black, poses with UMBC Retriever mascot, in front of a crowd of people, during an evening celebration.

UMBC alumna Adrienne A. Jones makes history as Maryland Speaker of the House

May 2, 2019 / 3 minutes of reading

“Delegate Jones exemplifies what we want to see in elected office today – leaders who are working hard for the good of all people,” said President Freeman Hrabowski. “Like so many of our alumni, she is making a real difference in people’s lives. We are so proud of her.” Continue Reading UMBC alumna Adrienne A. Jones makes history as Maryland Speaker of the House

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Business First names UMBC one of nation’s best public universities

Apr 30, 2019 / 1 minute of reading

Business First works to pinpoint “the public universities and colleges that offer the best educational experiences to their students.” Their ranking assesses over 500 four-year higher education institutions based on 22 key indicators, measuring academic excellence, affordability, diversity, and economic strength. Continue Reading Business First names UMBC one of nation’s best public universities

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UMBC Meyerhoff Scholars replications at Penn State, UNC show notable success in first four years

Apr 25, 2019 / 4 minutes of reading

“These findings confirm that Meyerhoff-like programs and student outcomes can be achieved elsewhere, even at institutions very different from UMBC,” says Michael Summers. “It is my hope that this initial effort has laid the groundwork for partnership expansion with an even broader range of institutions.” Continue Reading UMBC Meyerhoff Scholars replications at Penn State, UNC show notable success in first four years

UMBC community responds to launch of new icon and homepage following two-year branding initiative

Apr 24, 2019 / 5 minutes of reading

Earlier this month, UMBC officially launched a new icon and homepage as the culmination of a two-year, community-driven brand message and logo development process—the first University-wide branding initiative in UMBC history. Continue Reading UMBC community responds to launch of new icon and homepage following two-year branding initiative

URCAD 2019 features diversity-focused student research, with Baltimore, LGBTQ+, and international focus areas

Apr 22, 2019 / 7 minutes of reading

These presentations affirm a core goal of URCAD. As Katharine H. Cole, vice provost and dean of undergraduate academic affairs, has shared, “UMBC encourages students of all disciplines to engage in mentored projects and through creative thought and focused inquiry, to discover in themselves their passion.” Continue Reading URCAD 2019 features diversity-focused student research, with Baltimore, LGBTQ+, and international focus areas

UMBC labs share four essentials for undergraduate research success

Apr 18, 2019 / 10 minutes of reading

#1: Developing scientist identity. For example, in Ruben Delgado’s lab, “Every undergraduate has a project that they can define when they first start and then fine tune it as they move along,” says Meredith Sperling ’19. “Graduate students and Ruben are great at providing guidance, pointing out possible pitfalls, etc., but at the end of the day it’s really our research and where we want to take it.” Continue Reading UMBC labs share four essentials for undergraduate research success

UMBC celebrates 2019 Presidential Faculty and Staff Award winners

Apr 15, 2019 / 5 minutes of reading

The UMBC community gathered to recognize the contributions of dedicated faculty and staff. “It’s your collective contributions that are the UMBC experience and story,” said President Hrabowski. Continue Reading UMBC celebrates 2019 Presidential Faculty and Staff Award winners